SEN Teaching Assistant
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SEN Teaching Assistant - SEMH Specialist (Social, emotional and mental health)
Location: Oxford, OX4
Position Type: Full-Time
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant with expertise in supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. As a valued member of our inclusive educational community, you will play a vital role in providing individualized support to help SEMH students thrive academically and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
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Offer emotional and behavioral support, creating a safe and nurturing environment where students can express themselves.
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Implement effective behavior management strategies to de-escalate situations and promote positive behavior.
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Provide academic support, including adapting materials and offering extra assistance to ensure students can access the curriculum.
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Foster inclusion by facilitating SEMH students' participation in mainstream classes and activities, supporting their social interactions and peer relationships.
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Maintain accurate records of student progress, behavior, and the effectiveness of interventions.
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Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, and other support staff to ensure a cohesive approach to each student's needs.
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Stay current with best practices in SEN and SEMH support through ongoing training and professional development.
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Advocate for SEMH students' needs within the school and with external agencies when necessary.
Qualifications:
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Experience working with SEMH students in a school or educational setting.
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Knowledge of various SEMH conditions and interventions.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of SEMH students.
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Ability to handle crisis situations and provide immediate support when needed.
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Respect for the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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